Panzi’s Perspectives: Stories from Bukavu and Beyond
All of Panzi’s advocacy efforts, programs, and initiatives are a result of many extremely passionate, caring, and selfless individuals. Panzi’s Perspectives was created to give you an inside look into our work.


A look into the Youth Ambassador Program
Hear from Rosine, a Panzi Youth Ambassador from our first cohort of the program. Read to hear details about her experience, some helpful advice for others considering the program, and insight into the advocacy angle of the program.
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No to violence against women – together, let’s support survivors.
Hear from UKANE ASSUMANI Didier, Panzi Youth Ambassador (YAP) member, and his perspective working alongside fellow YAP members to reduce rape culture worldwide.

Gender equality in health, an essential right for women
A survey conducted under the Tumaini project “Health and Rights of Women, Adolescents and Children” in the DRC, demonstrates the central influence of gender as a determinant of inequalities in health.
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Everyone Deserves Safe, High-Quality Health Care
As the year comes to a close, we find ourselves reflecting on Panzi’s history, dating back to 1999 when Dr. Mukwege opened Panzi Hospital. Learn about our history and how you can help ensure safe, high-quality health care for the individuals who need it the most.

Healing in Harmony Music Therapy Program
Make Music Matter’s innovative Healing in Harmony music therapy program (HiH) is a unique form of group therapy that brings together trauma survivors with a local trained psychologist and local music producer to write, record, and professionally produce songs about their emotions and experiences.

RECENT NEWS & UPDATES
Stay informed with the latest information and news about the Panzi Foundation and the fight to end rape as a weapon of war.